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We will always remember his kindness and his sense of humor. We miss him still.
Liz Rush Roger Brewton
September 21, 2025 | Alameda, CA | Neighbor


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Alameda, California
Mar 10, 1936 – Sep 24, 2014 (Age 78)
Xavier Vargas Rivera (the Honorary Mayor of Alameda) Passed away on September 24, 2014 in Alameda due to heart complications. He is survived by his daughter Lisa Rivera-Valdez, Grandchildren Mark & Eric Holt, Stephani & Christopher Valdez, his Brother, Frank Rivera, Sister Patt...
Read MoreWe will always remember his kindness and his sense of humor. We miss him still.
Liz Rush Roger Brewton
September 21, 2025 | Alameda, CA | Neighbor
I can't believe it's been ten years. It seems like only yesterday, he was threatening to make our cat into a taco! Ha! He had a great sense of humor and was a wonderful neighbor. We miss his loving energy.
Liz Rush Roger Brewton
September 21, 2024 | Alameda, CA | Neighbor
I'll miss you old friend.
Tom Spiersch
October 18, 2014 | Alameda, CA
i know an angel when i see one and you my friend certainly spread joy and happiness while you visited us here.you must have a VIP space in Heaven. thanks for all the positive vibes you shared with everyone you knew.and "Be good"
greg goomishian
October 02, 2014 | Alameda, CA
Mr. Rivera, you were always so kind and full of joy. Rest in eternal peace.
Kathy Urbonas
October 01, 2014 | Alameda, CA
I will always remember you as the nicest, kindest man that I had the honor and privilege to call my friend. With love, rest in peace. Gabi (and Jim) Ganly
September 29, 2014 | Alameda, CA
Grandpa, I will miss you dearly. I looked forward to our long conversations every Christmas. Its what made the holidays, holidays. Your laughter, your love.. you touched my heart, and im sure many more. Your memory is always with me. Christmas day, I will remember you. I guess God needed another angel, so he decided to take you. This is not goodbye, but till next time.. See you up in heaven grandpa. I love you, miss you?
Madeline Trujillo
September 29, 2014 | Albuquerque, NM
Just talked to this amazing man two weeks ago!!!!! He was the sweetest man ever....always wanting to know how we were all doing!!! My heart goes out to the family during this time......he was our only connection to this family and I hope that changes.i know that's what he would want... You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time!!!!!
Christy Kennemer
September 29, 2014 | Sandia Park, NM
Ill miss seeing you around the neighborhood. It was always nice talking to you...Love, Frances Tijerina
September 29, 2014